Having tint on vehicle windows can be incredibly beneficial. It can reduce the amount of heat that gets trapped in the car while it’s driving down the road or parked somewhere, and it can keep the sun off occupants while they ride in a Nissan Rogue in San Jose.
However, over time, tint can lose its appeal and luster. Perhaps a person has moved to a new area and the current tint they have on their windows is too dark for the laws. No matter the reason, getting it removed—and removed correctly—is imperative. If done wrong, there will be a sticky mess left on the surface of the window.
If a person finds that they need to remove tint from their vehicle, they have a few options. The first is that they take their Nissan to receive maintenance in San Jose and get help from a professional. This option will more than likely cost, but a person can rest easy knowing that the job was done right.
If a person decides that they want to attempt to tackle this job by themselves, they have a few options to get the tint out of their car. Several of these are listed below.
- Heat Gun or Hair Dryer
Using heat is one of the easiest ways to get tint off a window and using a heat gun or a hair dryer will give a person the heat they need to get the job done. Using a heat gun could lead to the process getting messy, but it works. Since most people probably have a hair dryer floating around or can get ahold of one of these easier than a heat gun, this might be the better route to take.
To accomplish tint removal with a hair dryer, a person will want to hold the dryer approximately 2 inches away from one corner of the window and run it on high. Eventually, the glue will melt and the corner will pop free, allowing the person to peel it back with their fingers.
When this occurs, they’ll need to angle the hair dryer so that the air hits the space where the window and the tint film meet and slowly peel the film as the glue softens. After all of the tint has been removed, a clean towel can be used to rub the glue from the glass, once again using the hair dryer to soften the glue as needed. Once the glue is gone, a person should clean the glass with window cleaner.
- Use Steam
If a person has a fabric steamer or can get one relatively easily, this is probably the best and easiest way to get tint off the window. It will only take a few minutes of steaming the tint to get the glue to melt and the tint to come right off. The only thing a person will have to worry about with this method is getting the glue off the window.
- Scrape it Off
While this process will take tint off a person’s window, it may not be the best method. Depending on what a person uses to scrape the tint, it could damage the glass. If this is the way a person wants to remove tint, it’s advised that they do it carefully.
To reduce the chances of the glass getting scratched, using a plastic blade is recommended. Using items such as ice scrapers could be helpful in removing the tint and won’t damage the glass. This type of scraper may also be safer for the person so they don’t cut themselves if the scraper slips.
Using a razor blade or other type of metal scraper may make the tint removal process easier, but it can also damage the glass and could cut the person using it. Taking extra precautions and going slow when using a razor blade or other metal scraper could reduce the chances of injury occurring and lower the risk of scratching the glass.
Removing the Glue
After a person uses one of the methods above to remove the tint from their windows, they’ll then need to get rid of the glue residue that may have been left behind. There are a few ways to accomplish this task and these are listed below.
- Scrub
Using hot soapy water and an ice scraper could be beneficial in getting tint glue off a car window. It’s a relatively cheap and easy way to accomplish the task and it could lead a person to clean the interior of the car while they are at it.
- Rubbing Alcohol
Using 90% isopropyl alcohol is probably the most efficient way to remove the glue from the glass. It can be found in most stores, and by placing it on a soft cloth for smaller areas, it will take the glue right off. If a larger area needs to be tended to, then placing the alcohol in a spray bottle will make the process go faster.
When using this method, it’s important to have a well-ventilated area, as the fumes can be cumbersome and shouldn’t be breathed in extensively.
- Nail Polish Remover
Another helpful liquid that is easy to find that could help remove tint glue is nail polish remover. This liquid isn’t as efficient as rubbing alcohol and may require a little more elbow grease, but it will get the job done. Once again, make sure to use in a well-ventilated area.
- Goo Gone
There are specific products that claim they can remove any sticky mess from a variety of surfaces. Goo Gone may be helpful in getting rid of tint glue that gets left on windows.
There are many reasons why a person may need to take the tint off the windows of their car, including the fact that it has bubbled or just looks terrible. No matter the reason, if a person decides to do the job themselves, getting it off is possible, but it will take a little bit of work.
Connect with us
Recent Blog Entries
- Why the 2025 Nissan Murano Is the Perfect Midsize SUV for Bay Area Living
- Why the 2025 California Gas Tax Increase Makes the Nissan Ariya and Leaf the Smartest Choices for Santa Clara Drivers
- Expert Nissan Service at Stevens Creek Nissan: Drive with Confidence
- Genuine Nissan Parts at Stevens Creek Nissan: Precision You Can Count On
- 5 Ways to Extend the Life of Your Vehicle with Simple Maintenance